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Plouha
ℹ️Practical info — Plouha
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🌤 Weather — 5 days
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Sights nearby
💡 Tips
- Take in the dramatic views at Pointe de Plouha, but exercise caution near the edge of Brittany's highest cliffs.
- Visit Gwin Zégal harbor at low tide to appreciate the historic mooring method using wooden tree trunks.
- Bonaparte Beach is steeped in WWII history; read up on the resistance networks that used it before visiting.
- The GR34 coastal path here features significant elevation changes and requires sturdy footwear.
🍽 Food
Classic mussels and fries at coastal bistros.
Catch of the day at seafood restaurants near the sea.
Local artisan cider to pair with savory crepes.
🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots
For regional delicacies and fresh seasonal produce.
Located in the town center for traditional buttery treats.
A peaceful historic chapel famous for its Danse Macabre fresco.
A sheltered cove excellent for a quiet evening walk.
Descending gracefully to the sea, offering serene hiking.
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Plouha is famous for the 'Falaises de Plouha', which at 104 meters are the highest cliffs in Brittany. From Pointe de Plouha, one enjoys an overwhelming panoramic view over the Bay of Saint-Brieuc. A cultural and historical highlight is the harbor of Gwin Zégal, one of the last two wooden pole harbors in Europe, where boats are moored to tree trunks anchored in the seabed. The region is also deeply connected to the history of the French Resistance. The beaches of Plouha offer a dramatic backdrop between rocks and the sea. Plage Bonaparte is historically significant, as it served as an evacuation point for Allied pilots during World War II. Le Palus is a large family beach with good infrastructure and a nice playground. Plage de Bréhec is an appealing spot with small restaurants and sailing schools, while Porzh Moguer enchants with its sheltered location and easy on the eye small dike. All beaches are connected by the coastal path. In Plouha, you can experience pure Breton culture, from traditional Fest-Noz dance evenings to local gastronomy featuring fresh oysters and cider. Access via Saint-Brieuc is straightforward. With its combination of wild nature, history-steeped sites, and impressive coastal formations, Plouha is a must for every Brittany traveler seeking something unique.
- Location: Bretagne, France
- Top sights: Château de Lysandré · monuments aux morts · Routoir à lin
- Nearby: Tréveneuc (4 km)
- Population: ~4.435
Best time to visit & climate
The most pleasant time to visit is Jul–Sep.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg °C | 6 | 6 | 7 | 10 | 12 | 15 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 13 | 9 | 7 |
| Rain mm | 85 | 73 | 60 | 50 | 54 | 51 | 49 | 52 | 43 | 89 | 97 | 95 |
Geography
Facts
- Highest cliffs in Brittany (104m)
- Unique Gwin Zégal pole harbor
- Historic Bonaparte beach
- Panoramas from Pointe de Plouha
- Resistance Shelburn network history
- GR34 coastal hiking path
- Kermaria an Iskuit chapel
- Traditional Fest-Noz festivals
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Sights in the town Plouha (4)
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